Programming a remote key fob for your 1995 Lincoln Town Car can seem daunting, but it’s actually a straightforward process you can accomplish right at home. This guide provides you with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions to get your keyless entry system working again without the need for a costly dealership visit. Whether you’ve lost a remote or simply need to reprogram a new one, this article will walk you through the process for your 1995-1997 Lincoln Town Car models.
Step-by-Step Guide to 1995 Lincoln Town Car Remote Programming
Here’s how to program your remote key fob for your 1995 Lincoln Town Car. Make sure you have your keyless entry code handy before starting.
Step 1: Enter the Permanent Code
Locate the 5-digit permanent entry code for your Lincoln Town Car. This code is crucial for initiating the programming sequence. You can typically find this code in a few places:
- Owner’s Manual Package: Check for a keyless entry code card that came with your owner’s manual.
- Trunk Label: Look for a computer-printed label inside the trunk, often on the right side lift-support arm.
- Keyless Entry Module: The code might be on the keyless locking control module (part number: F6AB-13C791-AA) located inside the driver’s door, though this is less accessible.
Once you’ve found the code, enter it into the keyless entry keypad located on the driver’s side door.
Step 2: Enter Programming Mode
After successfully entering the 5-digit permanent code on the keypad, press the “1-2” button on the keypad. This action signals the system to enter the remote programming mode.
You’ll know you’ve successfully entered programming mode when the door locks cycle – they will lock and then unlock. This lock cycling is your confirmation that the system is ready to learn a new remote transmitter.
Step 3: Program the First Remote
Within 7 seconds of the door locks cycling, take your first remote key fob and press any button on it. It doesn’t matter which button you press.
If the programming is successful, the door locks will cycle again (lock and unlock) to confirm that the remote has been successfully programmed. If the locks do not cycle, it indicates that the remote programming was unsuccessful. In this case, ensure you have fresh batteries in your remote (CR1616 type, with the ‘+’ side facing down) and repeat this step.
Step 4: Program Additional Remotes (Optional)
If you have additional remote key fobs to program, you can program up to a total of 4 remotes per vehicle. Within 7 seconds of the last successful lock cycle (from Step 3 or a previous Step 4), press any button on the next remote you wish to program.
Again, the door locks will cycle to confirm successful programming. Repeat this Step 4 for each additional remote you need to program.
Step 5: Exit Programming Mode
To finalize the programming process and exit the programming mode, you can do one of two things:
- Simultaneously Press “7-8” and “9-0”: Pressing these two buttons together on the keypad will immediately exit the programming mode.
- Wait 7 Seconds: If you do nothing for more than 7 seconds after the last step, the system will automatically time out and exit the programming mode.
Key Fob Battery Information
Your 1995-1997 Lincoln Town Car remote key fobs use CR1616 batteries. When replacing the battery, ensure you insert it with the ‘+’ (positive) side facing down against the plastic cover for proper operation.
By following these steps, you should be able to easily program your 1995 Lincoln Town Car remote key fobs and regain the convenience of keyless entry. Enjoy the ease of remote locking and unlocking once again!
